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This week, learn why your pharmacist can be an important partner in safely managing your medications. Discover how preparing a complete medication list, asking questions, discussing possible side effects and interactions, and building a relationship with your pharmacist can help you better understand your medications and feel more confident managing your health. -
This week, learn how to take a more active role in conversations with your healthcare providers. Discover simple ways to prepare for appointments, ask questions, communicate concerns, and make sure you understand your care plan before you leave. Good healthcare communication starts with making sure your voice is heard.
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The Rebuild Nepal Education Foundation is gearing up to fly to Nepal to support recovery efforts following a devastating avalanche and flash flooding in late August. -
This week, kick off Health Literacy Month by learning how finding, understanding, and using reliable health information can help you make more informed decisions. Discover simple ways to strengthen your health literacy, from asking questions during healthcare visits to choosing trustworthy sources and speaking up when you need information explained more clearly. -
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The funding is available for people living in Rock Island, Henry and Mercer counties. The Rock Island nonprofit has $8.8 million, up from $7.1 million last year, and select residents and families are eligible to apply in October with eligibility expanding in November. The funding is available through April or before funds are depleted. -
This week, focus on the everyday habits that can help you feel your best at any age. Discover how movement, nutritious foods, a positive mindset, meaningful relationships, mental stimulation, and preventive care can support your physical and emotional well-being as you grow older. -
This week, explore why staying socially connected is an important part of healthy aging. Learn simple ways to strengthen existing relationships, meet new people, and create meaningful connections through activities, volunteering, hobbies, and time with family and friends. -
Christina Bohannan, Democratic candidate for Congress in Iowa's 1st district, talks about high costs for housing, health care, food and gas and how she would address them, tariff policy, the Farm Bill, corruption, AI, and the rural vote and ends with her favorite Johnny Cash song. -
This week, discover five simple ways to care for aging skin, including using sunscreen, staying hydrated, choosing gentle cleansers and moisturizers, and incorporating antioxidants. Plus, learn how everyday habits can help keep your skin healthy as you age. -
This week, learn simple ways to protect your back and support mobility as you age. From strengthening your core and improving posture to taking movement breaks and practicing safer lifting habits, small changes can help keep your spine healthy and support an active, independent lifestyle. -
